Dormant radio becomes active

Don't get too over excited though because, as the "7.1" name suggests, this is a relatively low-key upgrade.

The update does bring various software improvements however, and it also signals the arrival of the Wi-Fi hotspot feature, allowing you to use your BlackBerry as a wireless internet hotspot for up to five devices to connect to.

For all of you who love BBM then 7.1 will deliver a more personalised experience including animated avatars and new colour chat bubbles – exciting stuff.

There's also updates to BlackBerry Traffic and BlackBerry Travel, as well as improvements to the search function.

If you own a Curve 9360 or Curve 9380 the update will unlock the FM radio app which apparently has been hiding in your phone the whole time.

If you've upgraded to 7.1 let us know how you're getting on and, more importantly, if the FM radio is rocking your socks off.